1958 AC Aceca vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 45 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 656 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.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
