2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 305 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 GT. 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 GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
