1985 Citroen BX vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
