2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xsara | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |