2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |