1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 1969 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
