1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 Citroen C1
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 43 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
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, 2008 Citroen C1, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2008 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 60 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 41 L |
