1956 AC Ace vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace 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 88 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Ace | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | Visa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 51 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |