1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 52 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 405 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 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 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Tickford | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
