1958 AC Ace vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 44 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 829 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | C8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
