1991 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Tatra T603
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1967 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Tatra T603 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM.
Because 1967 Tatra T603 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 1967 Tatra T603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1967 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1967 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Citroen | Tatra |
Model | XM | T603 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |