1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 196 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | CX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
