1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1959 Riley 4-68 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Riley 4-68 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Xsara | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
