1992 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | XM | 1600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.8 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |