1991 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
