1987 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 25 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 82 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | BX | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
