1992 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. 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 (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
