1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 588 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Xantia | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |