1988 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. (61 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 396 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1965 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1965 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |