1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 686 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sports |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
