1986 AC Ace vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | CX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
