1954 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 42 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina 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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Carina |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |