1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1955 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1955 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1955 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 19 L |
