1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
