1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
