1959 AC Ace vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 35 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 AC Ace weights approximately 226 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1994 Citroen AX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Ace | AX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |