1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
