1954 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 59 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 567 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | C30 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
