1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 37 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen C 15 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 125 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15.
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, 1987 Citroen C 15, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1987 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |