1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | CX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
