1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |