1988 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 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 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Palio weights approximately 11 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2004 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Palio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 999 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 | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |