1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | 1800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |