1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
