1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 96 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Nova | Xantia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |