1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Fleetwood | Xsara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2550 mm |