1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 296 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Xantia | Rural |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
