1987 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 25 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | BX | 159 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 222 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 | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
