1946 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Citroen C.
Because 1946 Austin 16 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 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2005 Citroen C | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 16 | C |
Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |