1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. 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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Quintet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |