1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 86 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |