1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
