1990 Citroen BX vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1952 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 1952 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 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 | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Vedette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |