1960 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
