1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 12 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 286 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
