1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 210 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | DS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
