1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | CX |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |