1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xsara | 904 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
