1989 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1989 Citroen XM and 1967 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 420 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | XM | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
