1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | C5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
