1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
