1960 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 AC Aceca | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | C4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
