1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Xantia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
