1957 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca 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 Aceca.
Because 1957 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (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 Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | 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 | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |
