1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | C4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |