1990 Citroen XM vs. 1949 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 170 kg more than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1949 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | XM | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
