1957 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
