1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 70 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
