1989 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 132 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
