1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 905 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Aceca-Bristol | Retona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
