1988 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX 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 32 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Minica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
