1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara

To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Abarth 1300 2000 Citroen Xsara
Make Abarth Citroen
Model 1300 Xsara
Year Released 1967 2000
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1278 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 54 L