1987 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Legram
To start off, 1996 Fiat Legram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Legram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Legram (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Legram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Legram | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Legram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
