1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ka weights approximately 62 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
