2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. 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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xsara | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
