1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1954 Citroen Traction
To start off, both 1954 Austin A 90 and 1954 Citroen Traction were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen Traction is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Citroen Traction. (77 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen Traction. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen Traction weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen Traction, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 1954 Citroen Traction | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | Traction |
Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |