1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 95 | XM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
