1991 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM 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 53 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Citroen XM (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1994 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
