1957 AC Aceca vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 49 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1719 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Aceca | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
