1954 AC Aceca vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 51 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 858 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 102 L |
