1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1955 Citroen 2CV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 25 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 19 L |