1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Xantia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |