1957 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
