1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | CX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |