1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 29 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
