1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
