1986 Citroen BX vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1950 Ford Vedette 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 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
