1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 55 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
