1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
