1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Citroen C
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen C (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1985 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1985 Citroen C | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |
