1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 994 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 9 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami, 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, 1969 Citroen Ami (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2745 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
