2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino 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 1966 Fiat Dino. 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Dino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
