1989 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 23 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 10 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 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
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 | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |