1988 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 13 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 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | BX | Visto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
