1956 AC Ace vs. 1991 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 35 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 49 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 19 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1991 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
