1967 Audi Variant vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | XM |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
