1989 Citroen XM vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 199 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | XM | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1337 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
