1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 138 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
