1987 Citroen BX vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Renown |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
