1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 135 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
