2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 1967 Fiat 125. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | 125 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |