2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
