2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 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 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
