1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
