1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 138 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Because 1975 Toyota Celica 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 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1975 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
