2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |