1956 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 28 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), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 396 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.
Because 1956 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 25 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
