1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 437 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
