1985 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
