1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 19 L |
