1994 Citroen XM vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola 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 56 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
