1959 AC Ace vs. 1943 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 7A weights approximately 6 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1943 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | 7A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
