1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2600 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
