1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1962 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 565 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1962 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
