1990 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
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 Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia 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 88 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 397 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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 Anglia. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| 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 | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
