1970 Opel Record vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Record | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
