1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | BX | A10 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2636 mm |