1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1951 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | C5 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |