1993 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen BX (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen BX weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | BX | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 22 L |
