1990 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | 17M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
