1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 41 L |
