2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
