1956 AC Aceca vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 53 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1033 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. 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Aceca | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
