2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 331 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
