1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | 130 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |