1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Citroen C2
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 55 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 1 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, 2007 Citroen C2, 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 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 | 2007 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
