1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1983 Citroen BX
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 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 Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1983 Citroen BX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | BX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |