1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 23 kg more than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | 2-Litre | Xantia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2750 mm |