1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
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 Fiat Bravo (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
