2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2004 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
