1999 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
