1964 AC Aceca vs. 1964 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1964 AC Aceca and 1964 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 426 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 1964 Citroen DS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | DS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
