1984 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Renault 12
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1971 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
