1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |