1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 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 (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 23 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | Panda |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |