2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
