1989 Citroen XM vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
