1959 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 1959 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Princess | C5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |