1994 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen XM (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
