1965 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 649 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 1965 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 1965 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1986 Citroen CX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Aceca | CX |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |