1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 157 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
