1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 40 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 5 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 41 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
