1987 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 947 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3710 mm |
