1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 30. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 30 | C5 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |