1986 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Festiva |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |