1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 156 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Crown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
