1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
