1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
