1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 54 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
