2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Fiat 1100 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 1954 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | 1100 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |