1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 90 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 90 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
