1965 Abarth OT vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 657 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth OT 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 1965 Abarth OT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | OT | XM |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
