1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
