1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2005 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | C8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |