2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 434 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 805 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
