1957 AC Aceca vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 43 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 131 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Aceca | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
