1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | 124 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |