1964 Austin Princess vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 935 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
