1956 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 449 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Aceca | Seven |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |