1993 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen BX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen BX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Escort |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |