1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 236 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | CX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
