1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 505 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
