1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 1400 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 1960 Seat 1400. 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 (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
