1954 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 180 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, 2005 Opel Corsa, 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, 1954 AC Aceca (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
