1957 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1977 Renault 20 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Renault 20. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Because 1957 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 1957 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20, 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, both vehicles can yield 167 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 20 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
