1956 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 23 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 86 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1979 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Aceca | A 310 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 208 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |