1959 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 386 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca.
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, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | XM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |