1964 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 558 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca. 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, 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Aceca | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | Xantia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |