1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 164 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | BX | Atos |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
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 | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |