1990 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno 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 (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
