1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico 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 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Xantia | 340 Mexico |
Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 159 L |