1956 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 50 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo 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. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | AC | Smart |
Model | Aceca | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 95 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 33 L |