1956 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 492 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, 1966 Citroen DS, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1966 Citroen DS | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | DS |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |