1990 Citroen BX vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
