1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 224 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Xsara | Renown |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |