1996 Citroen XM vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 530 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
