1989 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 10 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
