1956 AC Aceca vs. 1945 Citroen 11
To start off, 1956 AC Aceca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 11 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 1956 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1945 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | 11 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3280 mm |
