1954 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 Cruze | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
