1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Because 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 1958 Talbot Lago America. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Xsara | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
