1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder 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 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xantia | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 120 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |