1956 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1061 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.
Because 1956 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
