1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | BX |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
