1993 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen BX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
