2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 386 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
