1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 478 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
