1959 AC Ace vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 331 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1983 Citroen CX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |