1954 AC Aceca vs. 1955 Tatra T603
To start off, 1955 Tatra T603 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Tatra T603 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1955 Tatra T603 | |
Make | AC | Tatra |
Model | Aceca | T603 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |