1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |