1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 478 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
