1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 325 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 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
