1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 508 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Tickford | C3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |