1992 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 155 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Marea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
