1958 AC Ace vs. 1992 Citroen BX
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1992 Citroen BX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | BX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
