1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1992 Citroen BX were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 33 | BX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |