1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1952 Citroen 15
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1952 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1952 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 15 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |