1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1975 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1975 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1975 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
