1989 Citroen XM vs. 1971 Fiat 130
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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
