1954 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 235 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Starion |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
