1988 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
