1991 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 21 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 142 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | BX | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |