1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 Spider (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
