1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | CX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |