1984 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 72 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
