1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 205 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |