1988 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 338 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | BX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2642 mm |
