2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 180 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
