1990 Citroen XM vs. 1962 Fiat 2300
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Because 1962 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1962 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | 2300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |