1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, 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 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |