1956 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 56 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2012 Tata Nano | |
Make | AC | Tata |
Model | Aceca | Nano |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 48 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |