1993 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 14 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena 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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Siena |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
