1957 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 44 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 311 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aceca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
