1988 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 121 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
