1994 Citroen XM vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 487 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Holden FB Special 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 1960 Holden FB Special. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | XM | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
