1990 Citroen XM vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |