1959 Alvis TD vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alvis TD (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Alvis TD weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alvis TD 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 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1959 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TD | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
