1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 548 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Punto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
