1959 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1959 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1988 Citroen BX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | BX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |