1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1947 Citroen 15
To start off, 1954 Austin A 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Citroen 15, 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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1947 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
