1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 362 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
