1966 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Corsair | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
