1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |