1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
