1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |