1988 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Ford Popular
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 Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 192 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Popular. 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Popular |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
