1989 Citroen XM vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 552 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 127 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
