1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 182 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 Simca 1501. 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 (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Xsara | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
