1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
