1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 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 | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
