1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 388 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
