2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sports |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2160 mm |
