1991 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 36 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
