1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 89 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | Visa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |