1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 649 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
