1988 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 257 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.
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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2006 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Albea |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 162 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 | 894 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |