1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 502 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1993 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | Xantia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |