1990 Citroen BX vs. 1958 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 1958 Ford Prefect. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1958 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| 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 | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
