1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 213 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2301 mm |
