1985 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio.
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 (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
