2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Dart |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
