1985 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Popular |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |
