1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 72 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 1750 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |