1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 38 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 51 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 121 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1996 Citroen ZX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | ZX |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |