1958 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 35 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 756 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | AC | Lotec |
| Model | Aceca | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1650 kg |
