1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
