1958 AC Aceca vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 46 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 616 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Verada |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |