1954 AC Aceca vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 650 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 2003 MG XPower | |
Make | AC | MG |
Model | Aceca | XPower |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |