1954 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1495 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 117 L |
