1958 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 205. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Because 1958 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Aceca | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
