1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1960 Austin A 99 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 99 | XM |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |