1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 2400. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2400 | BX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
