1992 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 33 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 1959 Ford 17M 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 1959 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | 17M |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |