1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 318 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Xanae |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
