1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
