1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Citroen CX
To start off, 1977 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen CX weights approximately 293 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1977 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | CX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
