1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 419 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
