1956 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G21 is newer by 14 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ginetta G21 (128 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ginetta G21 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 23 kg more than 1970 Ginetta G21.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ginetta G21 (235 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1970 Ginetta G21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | AC | Ginetta |
| Model | Aceca | G21 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
