1956 AC Aceca vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 22 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 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 88 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 184 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | LNA |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
