1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Palio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
