1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, 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, 1983 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | BX |
Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |