1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 543 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 33 Stradale | Xantia |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |