1996 Citroen XM vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Avanti Avanti 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 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 1979 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Citroen | Avanti |
Model | XM | Avanti |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |