1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 2012 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
