1956 AC Ace vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1956 AC Ace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 396 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 19 L |
