1989 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 110 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Strada |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |