1958 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 55 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 301 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Aceca | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
