1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | BX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
