2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 357 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
