1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 30 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |