1990 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 1990 Citroen BX and 1994 Fiat Ulysse are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1994 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
