1990 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 251 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |