1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | CX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
