1992 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 670 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Zeta |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |