1989 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Punto |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.4 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 198 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 | 1380 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |