2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
