1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 81 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 940 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
