2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 248 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Xsara | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 142 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 | 1388 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 | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |