1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 68 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XM |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
