1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. Both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1952 Triumph Renown are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
