1950 Allard K1 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard K1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Allard K1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 68 kg more than 1950 Allard K1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Allard K1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Allard K1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Allard K1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard K1 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Allard | Citroen |
| Model | K1 | BX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
