1988 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1980 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 174 kg more than 1980 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Innocenti Mini. (70 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1980 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | Mini |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
