1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
