2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
