1990 Citroen BX vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 40 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, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 195 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Vedette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |