1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian 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 24 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 446 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Xantia | Florian |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
