1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
