1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Riley 4 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 1960 Riley 4. 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |