1991 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1991 Citroen XM (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 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 | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
