1989 Citroen BX vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
