1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 30 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
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, 1982 Citroen LN, 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN 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 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | LN |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
