1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |