1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1943 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 35 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 7A. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 35 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 7A weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1943 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | 7A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2920 mm |
