1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Stola | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
