1953 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Buick 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 1953 Buick 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
