1954 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Renault 25 is newer by 36 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25, 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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 25 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1993 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 | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
