1956 AC Ace vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 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) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 192 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| 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 |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 113 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
