1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 95 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
