1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 580 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 130 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
