1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1950 Citroen 11
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 11 (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 11 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1950 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3280 mm |
