1991 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| 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 | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
