1950 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A135 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
