2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 130 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
