1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 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 35 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
