1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
