1957 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 486 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 Toyota Prius, 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, 1957 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Aceca | Prius |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |