1958 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 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) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 869 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2012 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A135 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
