1992 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
