1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 290 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, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM 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 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | XM |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
