1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 595 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 56 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |