1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 443 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | BX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
