1986 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 11 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. 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 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1997 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
