1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 420 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 30 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
