1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 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 16 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 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 |
