1954 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 58 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 595 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 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta, 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Aceca | Delta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
