1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Punto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
