1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1995 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
