1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 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 46 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 138 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | Xantia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |