1988 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 10 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 9 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
