1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 368 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
