2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Xsara | 1900 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |