1992 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Regata weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Regata |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
