1962 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 442 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Xantia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |