1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 82 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 619 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | Xantia | P 601 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 24 L |