1951 Austin A vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A | C5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
