1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
