1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 500 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
