1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sports |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2160 mm |
