1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX, 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1990 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | CX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |