1957 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 54 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1936 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | A |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
