1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 55 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
