1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | CX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
