1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | CX |
Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |