1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 42 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo 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 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |