1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
