1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1997 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1997 Fiat Brava is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Brava weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1997 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Bx | Brava |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
