1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 1962 AC Aceca
To start off, 1962 AC Aceca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 529 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 1962 AC Aceca | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | 2-Litre | Aceca |
Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |