1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
