2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
