1954 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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. Both 1954 AC Aceca and 2009 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 625 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
