1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 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. Both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 2000 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,747 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Punto |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
