1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 374 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xantia | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
