1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
