1956 AC Ace vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 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 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 186 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| 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 | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
