1989 Citroen XM vs. 1992 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1992 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
