1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1963 Rover P5
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P5 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 1963 Rover P5. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1963 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | P5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
