1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 19 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 201 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Bravo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |