1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 48 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | Xantia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |