1957 AC Ace vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 546 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | CX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |
