1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 172 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 70 | Xantia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |