1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Uno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
