1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 54 L |
