1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Citroen C
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 31 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40.
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, 1995 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, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1995 Citroen C | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
