1951 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Citroen BX
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin Princess 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 1951 Austin Princess. 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1993 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | BX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
