1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
