1992 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 314 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
