1990 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
