1988 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
