1985 Citroen BX vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 725 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1960 mm |
