1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 53 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 648 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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 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 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
