1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 1961 Austin A 99 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 1961 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 99 | CX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
