1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | CX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
