1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1993 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 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 1948 Austin A 110. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1993 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | Bx |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
