1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 90. 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | XM |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
