1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 372 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | BX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |
