1964 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca would be higher. 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 88 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Aceca weights approximately 184 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1964 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Aceca | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | LN |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
