1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
