1988 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, both 1988 Citroen BX and 1988 Mini MK V were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 269 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. 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 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1988 Mini MK V | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | BX | MK V |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |