1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 484 kg more than 1955 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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 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 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sports |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
