1958 AC Ace vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 41 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |
