1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | C5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |