1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xanae (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xanae weights approximately 444 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xanae (142 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Citroen Xanae will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | Xanae |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
