1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |