1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 71 L |
