1993 Citroen BX vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | BX | Renown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
