1988 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 156 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
