1990 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 14 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | BX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
