1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Xantia | A 109 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |