1956 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1530 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aceca | Express |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3440 mm |
