1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
