1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 60 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 1965 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15, 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 60 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
