1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1968 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
