1992 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 585 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
