2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 170 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.

Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model Xsara Urraco
Year Released 2000 1970
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2460 mm


 

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