1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 572 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | BX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
