1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300.
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 Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
