1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
