1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 1900 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
