1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 4 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | XM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |