1993 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Strada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
