2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 504D |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
