1957 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 55 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1076 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
