1957 AC Ace vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 45 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
