1954 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 48 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 418 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Esprit |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |