1956 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 849 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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | C8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |