1986 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1969 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | Mini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
