1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Xsara | 2600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |