1961 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 860 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
