1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 57 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4. 2011 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | C4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |