1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 785 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
