1956 AC Ace vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 30 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 17 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 4 kg more than 1986 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Visa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
