1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 40 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | AX |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |