1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Toyota Corolla (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 490 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1967 Toyota Corolla 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 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |