1958 Austin A135 vs. 2000 Citroen C1
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2000 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A135 | C1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |