1987 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 24 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 432 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Croma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |