1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 858 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
