1987 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 23 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 1 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Siena |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |