1959 AC Ace vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 481 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
