1996 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 58 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
