1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 1974 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Avanti | Citroen |
| Model | Avanti | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
