1990 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 6 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |