2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
