1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60.
Because 1968 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 1968 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 60 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
