1991 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
