1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |