1989 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
