1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 55 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | C2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |
