1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfetta | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
