1988 Citroen BX vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
