1949 Austin 16 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin 16 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 16 | CX |
Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |