1990 Citroen BX vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 261 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |