1990 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 13 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 252 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.
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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2003 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |