1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | C 15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |