1956 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 18 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 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 2000 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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 | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Aceca | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
