1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 804 kg more than 1993 Fiat Panda. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Panda |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |