1990 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1979 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | Mini |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
