1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 402 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
