1954 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 57 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 376 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
