1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 23 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, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | CX |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2345 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |