1949 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1949 Austin 16 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 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
