1997 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XM | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
