1992 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | BX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 22 L |
