1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 55 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 728 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, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 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 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 30 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
