1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 685 kg more than 1992 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, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Tickford | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
