1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 553 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xantia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
