1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 Renault Floride. 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 (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xantia | Floride |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |