1959 Alvis TD vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 40 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 43 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. 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, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alvis TD | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TD | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2750 mm |
