1968 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 98 kg more than 1968 Audi 100.
Because 1968 Audi 100 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 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |