1958 AC Aceca vs. 1970 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 404 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1970 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Aceca | 404 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
