1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C5 (290 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 71 L |
