1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 264 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1993 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Vedette |
Year Released | 1993 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |