1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 48 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |