1954 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 50 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, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 340 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 45 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
