1989 Citroen XM vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
