1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia 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 93 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Anglia | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
