1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 152 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xantia | Renown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
