1957 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 47 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 141 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, 2004 Renault Clio, 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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Clio |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
