1999 AC Aceca vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
