1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Picasso (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 78 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | 2-Litre | Picasso |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |