1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | BX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
