1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 22 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 35 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | AX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
