1967 Audi Variant vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
