1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |