2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 16 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xsara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
