1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 184 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
