1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 466 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Because 1962 Lotus Elan 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 1962 Lotus Elan. 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, 1962 Lotus Elan (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xsara | Elan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |