2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
