1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
