1988 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Consul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
