1992 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 220 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Idea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
