1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 30 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
