1984 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 449 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
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 (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Arna | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
