1954 AC Aceca vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 AC Aceca (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca.
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 Clio, 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Aceca | Clio |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |