1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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 (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
