2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Toyota Celica

To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.

Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen Xsara 1978 Toyota Celica
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xsara Celica
Year Released 2006 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2563 cc
Horse Power 114 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2640 mm


 

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