1989 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| 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 Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
