1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
