1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1951 Austin A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 20 L |
