1991 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
