1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 266 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX, 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
