1991 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | BX | 75 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
