1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 61 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. 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, 2009 Citroen C5, 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 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 2009 Citroen C5
Make Austin Citroen
Model A 40 C5
Year Released 1948 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 96 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 1593 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 68 L


 

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