1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Xantia | Viva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |