2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
