1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 47 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 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 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, 2006 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 99 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
