1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | CX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |
