1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Citroen BX
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 35 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, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
