1987 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
