1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 257 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | XM |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
