1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 52 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. 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, 2011 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | C1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |