2004 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 30 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | CX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
