1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 21 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | BX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1360 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
