1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
