1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
