1957 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 53 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 684 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 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Aceca | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
