2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford 17 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 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | 17 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |
