1956 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 52 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lotus Exige weights approximately 22 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | AC | Lotus |
| Model | Aceca | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
