1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | C5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |