1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 58 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 69 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
