1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 271 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
