1991 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
