2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
