1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria

To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Nissan Gloria.

Because 1968 Nissan Gloria 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 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.

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