1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 33 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, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | AX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
