1962 AC Aceca vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1962 AC Aceca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | 15 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |