1982 Citroen BX vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1982 Citroen BX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 294 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Renown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
