1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xantia | Seven |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |