1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1950 AC 2-Litre 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 1950 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
