2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Lancia 2000.
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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
