1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande 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 30 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
