1954 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 AC Aceca 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | CX |
Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |