1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 99 | XM |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
