2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |