1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano 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 54 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 Tata Nano. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | BX | Nano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
