1953 AC Ace vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 688 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
