1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 374 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
