1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 55 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 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 95 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | C4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
