1954 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 6 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Elise |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |