2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 248 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | 128 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
