1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 18 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | C3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
