1993 Citroen Bx vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Bx (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Bx | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
