1957 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 743 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
