1988 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lancia Stratos 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 1974 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
