1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 576 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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 (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
