1958 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A135 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
