1992 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
