1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | Xantia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |