1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
