1958 AC Aceca vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 43 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 13 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 306 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Aceca | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
