1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Ritmo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
