1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 586 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
