1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Renault Twingo 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
