1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 18 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
